Emma vs Ophelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Ophelia Rank #261

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #261 for Ophelia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Ophelia ___

  • Ophelia Rose
  • Ophelia Jane
  • Ophelia Claire
  • Ophelia Mae
  • Ophelia Grace
  • Ophelia Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ophelia

Hamlet Sebastian Cordelia Portia Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ophelia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ophelia at #261 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ophelia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin).

Are Emma and Ophelia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ophelia is primarily a girl name.

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